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Changing their destiny

by Shahidul Alam Posted on January 25, 2009

Letter from Bangladesh Intro to film: In Search of the Shade of the Banyan Tree © Shahidul Alam/DrikAV They all have numbers. Jeans tucked into their high-ankled sneakers. They strut through the airport lounge, moving en masse. We work our … Continue reading →

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Thank You Mr. Harkin, Sir!

by Shahidul Alam Posted on July 1, 1997

Subscribe to ShahidulNews When US Senator Tom Harkin proposed a boycott of the products of child labour, Western campaigners applauded. But there were unforeseen consequences for the children of Bangladesh, as Shahidul Alam reports. No. No photographs. Saleha is scared. … Continue reading →

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